Comforting Savoring Rio Zape Beans

Ingredients

• 1 cup (200 g) dried Rio Zape beans, rinsed and soaked overnight
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon (2 g) chili powder (adjust for heat preference)
• 6 cups (1.5 L) vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz or 410 g) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup (150 g) corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Lime wedges (for garnish)